Mark was born on January 26, 1951 in Columbus, Ohio to Robert and Doris Myers Edwards. He grew up in Sunbury, Ohio graduating from high school there. After high school his family moved to Moab in 1968. He was married to Debbie Belknap on November 3, 1973 in Sunbury, Ohio. They were later divorced. Mark owned and operated an automotive body shop for many years in Moab.

Mark had a great love of the outdoors hunting, rock hounding, and fishing being his favorite pass time.

Mark is survived by one daughter Neely Edwards formerly of Moab now of Sierra Vista, AZ, a brother, and 2 sisters.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

At Mark’s request cremation has taken place and a private family memorial will be held at a later date.

Tributes

4/7/2015 - Mark and I went to High School together and were friends. I had talked to him in recent times, and he sounded just like old days. He told me he was sick and ready to go, that was tough. I didn't realize time had gone by so quickly, I had just recently tried to call him and his phone went to an busy signal, and I felt then that something wasn't right. I just heard today that someone thought he passed away, and then I found this online. Well he was a good guy, hard worker, and I will miss him knowing he is actually gone. One day we will meet again and I'm sure he'll laugh and have something crass to say, that would be the Mark I knew. My deepest sympathy to his family, and very sorry for your loss. A special note to his Daughter, sorry for your loss, Dad's are a tough person to get over, I recently lost mine. He actually went to School with your Grandfather Edwards. - Jerry Crowl11/5/2014 - we are so sorry to hear about mark, he was my friend and was always there to help with my bike shop, he was a friend that we could trust and respect, our hearts and prayers go to the family,
we will miss him,
- kelly n cindy laxton10/30/2014 - Mark and I worked together back in the 80's in a body shop. I just moved back to the area and started visiting each other again. He always had a good attitude and was fun to be around. I was always impressed by him. My prayers are with you, Neely. - George Johnson10/27/2014 - You will always be one of favorite "dads" R.I.P mark!! Love you Neely xoxoxo - Amber & Joey Liberty & family10/27/2014 - You will always be one of favorite "dads" R.I.P mark!! Love you Neely xoxoxo - Amber & Joey Liberty & family